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Why Are Justices Barrett And Kagan Appearing Before Congress

Lawmakers are expected to question Barrett and Kagan on judicial ethics, court security, prediction markets and recent high-profile Supreme Court rulings.

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Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan (Pic via X)

Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan are set to testify before Congress this week as the federal judiciary seeks increased funding to strengthen security following a rise in threats against judges, reported by CNN.

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The judiciary is requesting nearly $921 million for security in its 2027 budget, including additional funding to expand protection for Supreme Court justices and their families. Overall, the judicial branch is seeking $9.7 billion in discretionary funding, a 4.5% increase from last year.

According to CNN, Barrett has personally experienced several security incidents, including a swatting attempt at her home and earlier threats targeting her family. The report said serious security incidents involving federal judges rose 57% in 2025.

Although the hearings will focus on budget requests, lawmakers are also expected to question Barrett and Kagan on judicial ethics, court security, prediction markets and recent high-profile Supreme Court rulings, including decisions involving President Donald Trump's birthright citizenship order and global tariff policy.

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